"That's nothing!" said the Crocodile.

But Wolf, who kept a good look-out,
Saw Private Whiskers out on scout.
"Ha, ha," cried he, "I've caught a spy--
That means promotion by and by!"

[Illustration: MARCHING ON THE KING'S CAPITAL]

"Great victory!" said Wolf, with pride,
And showed his prize with rapture;
"Well done, indeed," the Tiger cried,
"A most important capture!"




The Battle.


Soon with the Lion's gallant troops
The Rebels were engaged;
This way and that, 'midst wildest whoops
The tide of battle raged.

The Elephant first sounded "Charge!"
And valiant deeds performed;
The Rebels saw his trunk so large,
And trembled when he stormed.